Urbanization is a part of economic growth and India is rapidly urbanizing. As per the Census, the level of urbanization in India has increased from […]
Combating HIV in India and measures to reduce the burden
It all began in the early 1980s when Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) first emerged and India detected its first case of HIV Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome […]
How Corporate Social Responsibility can shape Indian Healthcare
The health sector of India is in an ailing condition. Poor accessibility, unaffordability, lack of quality care, inadequate resources in terms of finance and healthcare […]
Mental health issues will be the world’s next pandemic: Here’s why
The traditional approach to health has always been focused on the physical health and hence, the development of medicines and treatments were focused on the […]
Engaging communities: The Government of India communication strategy for COVID-19 vaccine rollout
In the world of public health, success of a vaccine is contingent not only on its effectiveness in immunizing the population but also on the […]
Reducing the burden of cancer in South Asia will mean investing in public institutions
The world has been witnessing an epidemiological transition from communicable to non-communicable diseases over the past years due to change in dietary habits, lifestyle, lack […]
Community-based disaster risk reduction: Focus to bring countries together
Asia is the most disaster-prone continent and after 1990 the number of disasters have increased sharply. Population Increase, rapid unplanned urbanization, population concentration in urban […]
Everything You Wanted to Know About Puberty
Puberty denotes the entry of a youngster into pre-adulthood and sexual maturity. During puberty, the body experiences numerous progressions that influence the manner in which […]
What End Malaria in India looks like
Historical reflection Malaria has been a matter of concern for India since decades. Though it is life-threatening, it can be prevented and cured. India saw […]
Contributions from APAN during disasters
The most important aspect that gets affected during disasters is human connectivity. In this regard, APAN (The Asia Pacific Advanced Network) has been very much […]